Always the best. Sat outside under the heat lamps in February! The staff was very nice. I had borscht and one of the pierogi platters last time I went. Yummo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Albert Mayans
This is a Ukrainian diner. Go for the borscht stay for the salmon latke. Apple pie and varyneiki (pierogi) are my faves.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Pierogi - Short Rib Filling, Beef Stroganoff, Breakfast, Pierogi Smorgasbord, Short Rib Pierogi, Soup
James Dennin
You haven't been to Veselka? Get your priorities in order.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
James Mielke
One of NYC’s best ‘diners’ in that it is an elevated diner experience with tall ceilings, bright open windows, ample. (If slightly stuffed) seating. Arrive with a little extra time in case it’s busy (it’s always busy) and check out the pierogies, borscht (especially if it’s summer and they have the cold summer borscht), blintzes, and chicken schnitzel. They even have old timey drinks like lime rickeys and egg creams (chocolate syrup, milk, and seltzer). Some of the best comfort food in all the city and it’s a genuine NYC institution.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Doug Las
NYC staple still with excellent Ukrainian classics.
We all love #veselka , even after the renovation. Everything is delicious and we are all welcomed.Old school NY.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Loved the staff and the food was tasty.My daughter loved
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Always good. Fantastic borscht,blintzesz pierogies, and kasha. The bigos is also excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Blintzes with Fresh Fruit Salad, Pierogi Smorgasbord
Great food, great service, great establishment that defines the neighborhood.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
love Veselka - such a classic new york spot. Definitely think everyone should go!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and warm staff.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ola's Famous Veal Goulash
Veselka is a great restaurant which sends thousands of dollars to Ukraine and fosters Ukrainian
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Ola's Famous Veal Goulash, Beef Stroganoff, Breakfast, Potato, Goulash, Pierogi Smorgasbord, Bigos, Veselka's Reuben Sandwich, Short Rib Pierogi, Veselka's Special Fried Egg Sandwich, Veselka's 3 Bean Chili Soup, Soup
I love all food there
I loved the honey cake! And you don’t need to stand in a line for that! Just enter from the back door and ask for a to-go order. SO GOOD!
Absolutely deliciousThe service was quick, and the vibe was greatReally taste like
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Always the best. Sat outside under the heat lamps in February! The staff was very nice. I had borscht and one of the pierogi platters last time I went. Yummo.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
This is a Ukrainian diner. Go for the borscht stay for the salmon latke. Apple pie and varyneiki (pierogi) are my faves.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Special Pierogi - Short Rib Filling, Beef Stroganoff, Breakfast, Pierogi Smorgasbord, Short Rib Pierogi, Soup
You haven't been to Veselka? Get your priorities in order.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
One of NYC’s best ‘diners’ in that it is an elevated diner experience with tall ceilings, bright open windows, ample. (If slightly stuffed) seating. Arrive with a little extra time in case it’s busy (it’s always busy) and check out the pierogies, borscht (especially if it’s summer and they have the cold summer borscht), blintzes, and chicken schnitzel. They even have old timey drinks like lime rickeys and egg creams (chocolate syrup, milk, and seltzer). Some of the best comfort food in all the city and it’s a genuine NYC institution.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
NYC staple still with excellent Ukrainian classics.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5